This is a 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution IX. Designed by Shuzo Akamine and Hiroshi Fujii, the Evolution IX is the ninth iteration of the Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution.
Introduced on 3 March 2005 in Japan and the Geneva Motor Show, the Evolution IX, or Evo 9 as it is commonly known, featured numerous enhancements over previous Evos. The Evo IX was fitted with a 2.0L 4G63 turbocharged inline-4, making 287 hp; this was mated to a 5- or 6-speed manual. The engine has the MIVEC variable valve timing system and a revised turbocharger design. The car was also made available in the United States, being introduced at the New York International Auto Show in April 2005.
Despite the enhancements, many features were carried over from the Evo VIII, such as a rooftop generator, BBS forged wheels, HID xenon headlights, foglights, special badging and an aluminum roof among other changes. A number of trim levels were available for the Evo IX, from RS to GSR. Also introduced for this generation was a wagon version, known as the Evolution IX Wagon, which was only sold in Japan and produced in low numbers. Production ended in 2007 with the introduction of the Evolution X. Since then, the Evolution IX has become a favorite among car enthusiasts and the modding scene.
Now this casting was designed by Fraser Campbell and introduced in 2023 in the Fast and Furious line. This casting has seen four known releases, the last being this one in 2025 in the Car Culture lineup.
